Hutchinson

Hutchinson, Kansas Overview

Hutchinson faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (48.6/100) and ranking #17 of 20 cities in Kansas. Even so, the city scores 76/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Livability score of 28/100.

Income & Employment in Hutchinson

The median household income in Hutchinson is $58,801, 16% below the statewide median of $69,747. The local unemployment rate of 3.8% is higher than the state’s 3.3%. Population declined 0.1%.

Safety in Hutchinson

Hutchinson reports 422.3 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 360 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2333.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Hutchinson

The median home value is $122,600. Median monthly rent is $883. Renters spend 18.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Hutchinson

The adult obesity rate in Hutchinson is 44.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.4%. Residents report an average of 16.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Kansas ranks #29 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Hutchinson

Hutchinson has a high school graduation rate of 88.5%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,264. The city has 14 public schools serving 5,585 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Hutchinson

Hutchinson enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.6°F. Summers average 79.3°F. Winters average 37.7°F. Annual precipitation is 23.1 inches. The average commute of 15.1 minutes is notably short.

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